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Hailing from Germany, Cris Cap is an artist with a rich knack for crafting slick melodies. Ahead of the release of his new EP, ‘Bring It Back‘, we caught up with Cris Cap to get updated on the new release, and even hinted at his collaboration dreams…
Tell us a little bit about yourself. How did you get into writing songs and making music?
“Music has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. I started piano lessons when I was seven and later joined a children’s choir, which gave me my first taste of live music and harmony. I totally fell in love with pop music when I was twelve, and a few years later I knew I wanted to become a sound engineer and music producer.“
“From 2004 to 2018, I was constantly on the road with a dancefloor soul and funk band, playing gigs at beaches and clubs all over Europe. That time taught me a lot about the party side of pop music, how to get people moving, and how important groove and energy are in a live performance. It was an incredible period of learning, growth, and building real stage routine.“
“It wasn’t until 2020 that I really got into songwriting with vocals and storytelling. And honestly? It became like a drug. Once I started writing full songs, I couldn’t stop. I put all my free time into it, and it’s the thing that brings me the most joy, turning emotions, memories, and melodies into something people can feel.“
Your recent releases have all seemed to explore youth. Do you find it easy to tap into that and write from the heart like that?
“Absolutely. I love looking back on the good times in my life — it’s nostalgic, but in a beautiful way. Nostalgia is something we all connect to, and in music especially, we often look for emotion, for something that takes us somewhere.”
“I like going back to those early days because the emotions were raw and pure: playing in bands, dreaming big, feeling invincible. And honestly, writing about those moments is very natural for me. I just try to capture the joy, the energy, and the sense of possibility. Even when those days are long gone, the feelings stay with you — and that’s what I pour into my songs.”
The new single sees you once again collaborating with Hudson Hayes on lead vocals. What’s it like sharing your vision with another artist?
“Working with Hudson has been a real gift. He brings this soulful, warm tone that perfectly matches the nostalgic vibe of “Bring It Back.” When I sent him the demo, he just got it—the emotion, the storyline, the energy.”
“It’s a beautiful thing to write something with your own vision in mind and then hear another artist elevate it and bring it to life. Hudson gave the song that electric, timeless feel I was hearing in my head from day one.”
“At the same time, I’m also starting to produce songs that I sing myself. I’ve only released one so far, “Little Yellow Car”, but there are more coming in early summer 2026. I’ve noticed it’s a different experience when you deliver your own lyrics — it feels more authentic. Of course, my vocals aren’t as polished as those amazing singers I’ve worked with, but something different comes through when it’s your own voice telling the story.”
I really enjoy how broad your discography feels; some elements can be quite bluesy and soulful, whilst others are straight-up pop. Who do you feel like your biggest influences are musically?
“I’ve always been drawn to artists who blend emotional depth with musical sophistication. Steely Dan, Stevie Wonder, Bill Withers, and Billy Joel were big influences early on—artists who crafted timeless songs with heart and character. Later on, I discovered the neo-soul world of Erykah Badu, D’Angelo, and Alicia Keys, and that really shaped the way I think about groove, space, and vocal expression. And of course, John Legend has always been a great example of how to blend soul, pop, and singer-songwriter storytelling in a very human way. All of these artists taught me one thing: music should feel honest and stay true to the soul, no matter the genre.”
And finally, just for a bit of fun, who is one artist, past or present, who you’d love to work with?
“Right now, I’d love to collaborate with RAYE. I admire how bold and raw she is as a songwriter—she says what she feels and turns it into something so musically rich. She’s totally redefining pop and soul in her own way.
If I could dream big and go back in time, I’d pick Chaka Khan. She’s one of the most powerful and expressive voices ever, and I feel like she could turn even the simplest chord progression into magic. That energy and soulfulness would be incredible to write or produce for.”
You can listen to Cris Cap’s new EP, ‘Bring It Back’ below…
